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'''Saint Christopher''' (died c. 251) is venerated by several Christian denominations as a martyr killed in the reign of the 3rd century [[Roman Empire|Roman Emperor]] {{Wiki|Decius}}. | '''Saint Christopher''' (died c. 251) is venerated by several [[Christianity|Christian]] denominations as a martyr killed in the reign of the 3rd century [[Roman Empire|Roman Emperor]] {{Wiki|Decius}}. | ||
In the 14th century, the [[Madonna dell'Orto]], erected by the Humiliati, a penitential order, was initially dedicated to him. However, when a "miraculous" statue of the Virgin was found in a nearby orchard, the church was renamed. | In the 14th century, the [[Madonna dell'Orto]], erected by the {{Wiki|Humiliati}}, a penitential order, was initially dedicated to him. However, when a "miraculous" statue of the Virgin was found in a nearby orchard, the church was renamed.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed II]]'' – [[Database: Madonna dell’Orto]]</ref> | ||
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Christopher, Saint}} | {{DEFAULTSORT:Christopher, Saint}} | ||
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Revision as of 05:08, 24 January 2024
Saint Christopher (died c. 251) is venerated by several Christian denominations as a martyr killed in the reign of the 3rd century Roman Emperor Decius.
In the 14th century, the Madonna dell'Orto, erected by the Humiliati, a penitential order, was initially dedicated to him. However, when a "miraculous" statue of the Virgin was found in a nearby orchard, the church was renamed.[1]
Appearances
- Assassin's Creed II (mentioned in Database entry only)